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Re: Sticky adhesive on Plexiglas Window from Moss

To: Ray Juncal <gonzo18@mindspring.com>
Subject: Re: Sticky adhesive on Plexiglas Window from Moss
From: Mike MacLean <macleans@earthlink.net>
Date: Sun, 11 Apr 2004 15:57:34 -0700
3M Adhesive Remover.  Just let it soak for a few minutes and the glue 
will soften and just wipe off.
Mike MacLean
60 Sprite
56 BN2

Ray Juncal wrote:

>Michael
>    You might try rubbing alcohol as well as the mineral spirits.  It is a
>little nicer to work with.  Which ever works best you will need lots of
>patience as you slowly and carefully soak and peel or scrape the paper and
>residue from the plastic.  If the part is really 25 years old it could be a
>long job.  I use my finger nail as it doesn't scratch the plastic.  A paper
>towel is abrasive enough to put micro scratches in the plastic so use an old
>t-shirt.  A product called Bestine Rubber Cement Thinner from the art supply
>store will be useful soaked in the t-shirt to clean off the last residue
>after the majority of the paper is gone.  This is a useful  but hazardous
>solvent, have good ventilation and avoid excessive skin contact. Last a two
>part polish / cleaner made for acrylic should finish it off.  I hope this
>helps.
>Ray Juncal





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